Jimmy John’s is adding toasted sandwiches to its menu nationwide starting March 3, with plans to visit Atlanta later this month. The sandwich chain’s new “Toasted Truck” will stop at the Battery Atlanta on Saturday, March 29, and Sunday, March 30, offering free samples and exclusive branded merchandise to visitors. The new menu features three […]
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Mayor’s Paddle Event Returns to Valdosta Waterways Next Week
Valdosta residents can grab their canoes for the 6th Annual Mayor and Chairman’s Paddle on March 15. The free community event celebrates local waterways while promoting outdoor recreation. 🛶 What’s Happening: Participants will gather at Langdale Park Boat Ramp at 8 a.m., with paddling beginning at 10 a.m. 🧰 What You’ll Need: Organizers recommend bringing […]
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21-Year-Old Man Arrested in Deadly Early Morning Shooting in Savannah
Savannah Police have charged 21-year-old Nathaniel Leonard Lewis with murder after a man was shot and killed near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard early Saturday morning. The victim died at Memorial Health University Medical Center after being found unresponsive outside a home. 🚨 Why It Matters: This deadly shooting impacts neighborhood safety in the heart […]
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How Did Smyrna, Georgia Get its Name?
Smyrna, Georgia—now a thriving suburb of Atlanta—owes its name to an ancient city across the world, with deep biblical roots and a history steeped in faith and community. But how exactly did this bustling city in Cobb County come to be called Smyrna? The answer lies in the traditions of early settlers and the religious […]
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Alpharetta Daycare Shuts Down After Teacher Accused of Child Molestation
Kids ‘R’ Kids daycare in Alpharetta closed its doors Friday, forcing families to find new childcare after a teacher was accused of molesting multiple children. 🚨 Why It Matters: Parents must now scramble to find safe childcare alternatives with no warning, while processing the disturbing allegations that have left many questioning who they can trust […]
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Scam Alert: Are Those Toll Collection Texts Legit?
Georgia drivers face a new digital highway robbery as scammers blast fake toll violation notices across the state. 🚨 What We Know: Residents throughout Georgia have been receiving text messages claiming they owe money for unpaid tolls they never actually incurred. Some messages specifically mention Peach Pass, Georgia’s toll program, in an attempt to appear […]
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Family Dog Dies in Georgia House Fire Caused by Unattended Cooking
A family dog perished and five people lost their home after a cooking fire tore through a Valdosta residence Friday morning, leaving one person with minor injuries. The Details: Valdosta firefighters rushed to a home on Madison Highway around 11:30 a.m. on March 7, arriving within two minutes to find heavy flames and smoke pouring […]
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Vehicle Fire Blocks Three Lanes on I-285 Northbound in DeKalb County
A vehicle fire caused major traffic disruptions on I-285 northbound in DeKalb County today, blocking three right lanes and creating significant delays for afternoon commuters. The Details: The fire occurred before Chamblee-Tucker Road (mile marker 33.8), prompting emergency responders to close three of the northbound lanes. In Context: Vehicle fires on Atlanta’s busy perimeter highway […]
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Winter Isn’t Over: A Polar Vortex is Coming
AccuWeather long-range experts say a major shift in the weather pattern could bring frigid air to parts of the United States starting during the second half of March, with impacts that could potentially last into early April in some places. “Don’t put your winter jacket and gloves away just yet. Winter is far from over,” said AccuWeather […]
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Georgia High School Evacuated After Gas Leak
Students and staff at North Springs High School evacuated safely today after a contractor ruptured a gas line on campus. School officials ordered an immediate early dismissal. 🚌 What We Know: Buses began departing as soon as the evacuation order came down. Parents picking up students must enter from Dalrymple Road and exit onto Roswell […]
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No Bet: Georgia Sports Betting Resolution Fails
(The Center Square) – A resolution that would allow Georgia voters to decide on legalized online sports betting failed to make it to the House floor on Thursday, which kills the bill for the 2025 legislative session. House Resolution 450, sponsored by Rep. Marcus Wiedower, R-Watkinsville, would have given voters the chance to decide on the […]
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Children’s Museum of Atlanta to Honor Stephanie Blank at Annual Fundraiser
Children’s Museum of Atlanta will present Stephanie Blank with the Power of Play Award at its upcoming Imagination Ball on March 21. The annual fundraising gala supports the museum’s mission to provide play-based learning for all children. “Funds raised during Imagination Ball ensure children of all backgrounds have access to engaging, play-based learning experiences,” the […]
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Georgia’s Growing Demand for Electricians: How to Start Your Career in the Trade
For those who are looking to start an electrician career in Georgia, there is great news – you are in the right place! Electricians are needed anywhere in the world, but the demand for this job is not the same, which means it depends on the area where you are going to do it. When […]
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Atlanta Ranks 9th in The Nation For Abusive Bosses
If you work in Atlanta and think your boss is unusually cruel, it turns out you might be right. A new survey confirms what many local workers already suspected – the city ranks 9th nationwide for boss nastiness. 🔍 What We Know: Atlanta managers earned their spot on the workplace wall of shame with a […]
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Your Tax Dollars at Work: Here’s What Georgia Elected Officials Are Doing This Year
Lawmakers passed a heap of bills by a key legislative deadline Thursday, signing off – again – on an accelerated income tax rate cut and a plan to slightly expand the state’s medical cannabis program while attempting to ban THC-infused drinks. But by the end of the day, many high-profile proposals were left on the […]
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Get Ready For Weekend Weather Whiplash in Georgia
Peach State residents planning outdoor weekend activities might want to keep their options – and umbrellas – open. 🌡️ Today: Today offers mostly sunny skies with highs near 66 degrees as light west winds shift to southwest at 5 to 10 mph this afternoon. Those winds could occasionally flex to 20 mph. Tonight stays partly […]
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Real Housewives of Atlanta Star Kandi Burruss Faces $154K Lawsuit Over Restaurant Rent
Kandi Burruss is being sued. The former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star’s Blaze Steak & Seafood restaurant allegedly owes more than $154,000 in unpaid rent, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Fulton County. 💰 Why It Matters: Atlanta residents who frequent the southwest Atlanta restaurant may soon find it closed if the financial dispute […]
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Should Georgia Teens Who Threaten Schools Be Tried as Adults?
Legislation that would enhance criminal penalties for students who threaten their school passed the Georgia Senate Thursday. Senate Bill 61 was pushed by Republicans and passed 33-22 in a party-line vote. It would allow children aged 13 to 17 to be tried as adults for terroristic threatening. They could also land in superior court for […]
